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Vernal Woman Arrested After Husband Ends Up In Hospital

Vernal Woman Arrested After Husband Ends Up In Hospital

Dec 9, 2024 · Basin Now · News

A Vernal woman was arrested earlier this month after her husband ended up in the hospital. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, police were contacted after a witness stated that the victim’s wife, Keri Kelsy, told the individual that she had crushed up Trazodone and put it in the victim’s drink in an effort […]

Fatal Crash West Of Craig

Fatal Crash West Of Craig

Dec 6, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

A fatal crash happened on Thursday afternoon in western Colorado. The Colorado State Patrol responded to a report of a two vehicle crash involving a semi and a Subaru Outback. According to Colorado State Patrol, the driver of the Subaru is an 81-year-old female and the driver of the semi is a 30-year-old male, both […]

Uintah County Plans To Continue Via Ferrata Project In Ashley Gorge

Uintah County Plans To Continue Via Ferrata Project In Ashley Gorge

Dec 6, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Uintah County issued an update this week on the Via Ferrata project stating that the Via Ferrata will proceed in Ashley Gorge. For those needing caught up, Via Ferrata is an outdoor recreation opportunity in which participants traverse a cliff side utilizing metal rails bolted to the cliff face and a safety cable travelers clip […]

Tomorrow: Uintah Basin Orchestra And Chorus Presents ‘A Childhood Christmas’

Tomorrow: Uintah Basin Orchestra And Chorus Presents ‘A Childhood Christmas’

Dec 6, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Back with a full orchestra, choir, children’s choir, and dancers, it’s time to kick off the Christmas season with the 12th annual Uintah Basin Orchestra and Chorus Christmas Concerts. “UBOC brings a unique experience, as our entire organization is volunteer and 99% comprised of local musicians,” shares UBOC board chairman Brandt Emery. “We pride ourselves […]

Local Event Scheduled For 125th Annual Christmas Bird Count

Local Event Scheduled For 125th Annual Christmas Bird Count

Dec 6, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

You don’t have to be a bird enthusiast to take part in the 125th annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count but there’s a chance you’ll become one. The event runs from December 14th to January 5th and takes place nationwide as a way to gather important data about birds across the nation. This program is of […]

Astro Van Drives Through Front Of Vernal Post Office

Astro Van Drives Through Front Of Vernal Post Office

Dec 6, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Mistakes happen and in the case of an accident on Thursday at the Vernal Post Office, it’s important to appreciate the fact that everyone was okay. If you happened to pass by or stop at the Post Office on Thursday afternoon, you likely noticed something missing, the front doors. According to the Vernal Police Department, […]

Vernal Woman Uses Money App To Steal From Friend’s Bank Account

Vernal Woman Uses Money App To Steal From Friend’s Bank Account

Dec 5, 2024 · Basin Now · News

Charges filed in 8th District Court provide a strong reminder to protect your financial information and check your accounts for unusual activity. A Vernal woman has been charged with 3rd Degree Felony Unlawful Use of a Financial Card and Theft after accessing a friend’s bank account and stealing from it repeatedly during September and October […]

Repeat DUI Offender Arrested For DUI With Juveniles In Vehicle

Repeat DUI Offender Arrested For DUI With Juveniles In Vehicle

Dec 5, 2024 · Basin Now · News

A repeat DUI offender was arrested over the weekend in Vernal, this time with juveniles in the vehicle with him. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, a dark colored SUV traveling eastbound on 100 North was pulled over for a variety of violations. The officer approached the vehicle and noted an adult passenger in […]

Access Utah Paying For Ashley Gorge Environmental Clearances Contract

Access Utah Paying For Ashley Gorge Environmental Clearances Contract

Dec 5, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Gennie Bird presented a contract to the Uintah County Commissioners on Tuesday between the County and Sunrise Engineering but which will be paid for by an outside source. The agreement is for professional engineering services regarding Ashley Gorge environmental clearances. Bird explained that the fee is $24,900 dollars but that Access Utah has agreed to […]

Uintah County Commission Holds Public Hearing On 2025 Budget

Uintah County Commission Holds Public Hearing On 2025 Budget

Dec 5, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

The Uintah County Commission held a public hearing regarding the 2025 budget during Tuesday’s Commission meeting. To begin, Clerk/Auditor Mike Wilkins read an update on the budget so far. “The 2025 budget being presented is currently out of balance for the General and Municipal service funds,” he began. “The County is currently short in revenue […]

Roosevelt City Preparing For Annual Santa Parade

Roosevelt City Preparing For Annual Santa Parade

Dec 5, 2024 · Kristin Forbis · News

Roosevelt City is ready to share an evening of holiday magic with the community for the annual Santa Parade on December 19th. “Santa and his cheerful crew are hitting the streets of Roosevelt, spreading joy to all the good boys and girls,” shares their announcement. “Here’s the plan: Santa will kick off his journey at […]